Windermere Assisted Living

Overview of Windermere Assisted Living

Windermere Assisted Living is an esteemed family-owned community in Winderemere, FL, that offers assisted living. Residents here receive top-notch care from a kind and highly qualified team that helps with their personal needs and household responsibilities around the clock. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun activities and exciting events for their leisure and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also offers medication management, transportation services, and trips to spas and salons for residents’ comfort and convenience. With the community’s welcoming spaces and genuine care, residents are guaranteed to live comfortably in their golden years.

(864) 627-9888

5-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

10 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 8 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: B- (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceSeptember 3, 2025

ExpirationSeptember 2, 2027

CountyOrange

License Number13023

Windermere Assisted Living is legally operated by Windermere Assisted Living Facility Corp, and administrated by Tesfamariam B Bahta.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

5 units

Total beds

5 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Creole English Other

ContactMs. Lynn Vinson, Administrator

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

Laundry Services

Housekeeping

Social And Recreational Activities

Transport Coordination

Medical Appointment Coordination

Specific ProgramsSenior Care, 24 Hour Care

Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: Open 24 Hours

Food DescriptionWindermere Assisted Living provides all home cooked meals.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 27 citations 14 inspections 1 fine $4.0K fined

Inspection Score

At the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Legal Actions Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg

Fines Total number of fines issued.
1
vs 5 avg
↓ 80% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$4k
vs $11.6k
↓ 66% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 8 years (since 2018).

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2018 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection October 7, 2025 Standard

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	27	33	This facility has 18% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (27 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 18% better Rank #429 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 429th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2018.	3.4	4.1	This facility has 17% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.4 vs. FL avg 4.1).↓ 17% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.9	1.3	This facility has 46% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 46% worse Rank #835 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 835th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	14	26	This facility has 46% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (14 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 46% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	13	16	This facility has 19% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (13 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 19% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	93%	62%	This facility has 31 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (93% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 31% worse Rank #899 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 899th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on October 7, 2025, found no deficiencies.
The August 18, 2025 inspection cited deficiencies in medication labeling, staffing standards, and visitation policies.
Deficiencies have repeatedly involved staff training, resident care supervision, and emergency preparedness across multiple inspections since 2018.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Semi-private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Beauty Services

Exercise Programs

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Recreational Activities

Health Programs

Managed by Pharmd Tesfa Bahta

Facility administrator

Tesfa Bahta, PharmD, serves as the facility administrator at Windermere Assisted Living. He oversees staff training and enforces visitation policies to ensure resident rights and family access are respected. Tesfa is committed to maintaining a professional and compassionate environment for all residents and their families.

Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Music Programs
Shopping

4.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Windermere's city center to Windermere Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

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What neighborhood is Windermere Assisted Living in?

Windermere Assisted Living is in the Lakes of Windermere neighborhood of Windermere.

What languages are spoken at Windermere Assisted Living?

The team at Windermere Assisted Living speaks Creole, English, and Other.

Who is the owner of Windermere Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Windermere Assisted Living is Windermere Assisted Living Facility Corp.

Is Windermere Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Windermere Assisted Living has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Windermere Assisted Living?

According to FL state health department records, Windermere Assisted Living's license number is 13023.

When does Windermere Assisted Living's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Windermere Assisted Living's license expires on September 2, 2027.

What payment types does Windermere Assisted Living accept?

Windermere Assisted Living accepts Medicaid and Other.

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